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Black Box: True Crime, Serial Killers, Infamous Cases

Black Box
Zodiac Killer
Jack the Ripper
DB Cooper
Elizabeth Short
Maura Murray
Skyjacking
Black Dahlia
Jonbenet Ramsey
D.B. Cooper
Black Dahlia Murder
Whitechapel
True Crime
Jacob Levy
Catherine Eddowes
Aaron Kosminski
Marvin Margolis
Dr. Phil
California
Bible John
Gareth Penn

Delve into the chilling world of true crime with our podcast. Explore infamous cases like the Zodiac Killer, Jack the Ripper, and DB Cooper as we uncover the mysteries, motives, and minds behind history's most notorious serial killers. Join us as we dissect clues, theories, and the dark psychology that continues to fascinate and haunt us.

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Latest Episodes

Lizzie Borden: Analysis by John Douglas

On this episode of Mystery Tuesday, Black Box Ned will respond to the book "The Cases that Haunt Us" by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker.

What does the expert FBI Profiler have to say about Lizzie Borden?

Yo... more

Zodiac Killer News Report: An Intro to Pat Tan

On this episode of Zodiac Monday, Black Box Ned will sit down with Aleksandar Kulauzov to talk about his book "The Zodiac: End of the Game."

But firstly, there will be a presentation on the suspicious... more

D.B. Cooper: Suspect Jack Collins

On this episode of Cooper Friday, Black Box Ned will look at Jack Collins as a D.B. Cooper suspect.

Was Jack Collins the infamous skyjacker known as DB Cooper. He has been accused by his son Bradley Scott Collins... more

Zodiac Killer News Report: Black Dahlia Edition 08/20/2026

On this episode of Dahlia Thursday, Black Box Ned will do a Zodiac Killer News Report and sit down with the writer of "The Zodiac: End of the Game."

You can support this channel at https://... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Hawley
Author of The Ripper's Haunts, Jack the Ripper Suspect Dr. Francis Tumblety, and The Railway Ripper
Author/Historian
Episode: Was Francis Tumblety Jack the Ripper? w/ Michael L. Hawley
Darla Negengast
Darla Negengast discussed in interview segments about Harvey Colliver and Zodiac theories
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Episode: Zodiac Killer News Report 08/10/2026
Dee Rog
Producer of the podcast You Should Not Know This (Ted Braden life story)
You Should Not Know This
Episode: D.B. Cooper: Ted Braden Q&A w/ Dee Rog
Jonathan Tye
Author of the book 'Jack the Ripper, Edward Buckley, East End thug and gang member'
Author
Episode: Jack the Ripper: Suspect Edward Buckley w/ Jonathan Tye
Jonathan Menges
Host of Rippercast and editor of Ripperologist Magazine
Rippercast / Ripperologist Magazine
Episode: The World of Ripperology w/ Jonathan Menges
David Stampher
Zodiac cipher researcher and interview guest
Episode: Zodiac Killer News Report by David Stampher 07/20/2026
Kelley Bull
Author of I Feel It in My Bones, proposing the Zodiac-Golden State Killer connection
Author, I Feel It in My Bones
Episode: Zodiac Killer News Report w/ Kelley Bull 07/13/2026
Darla Nagengast
Zodiac Killer suspect researcher, former neighbor of Harvey Colliver
Independent researcher
Episode: Zodiac Killer News Report w/ Darla Nagengast 07/06/2026
Nicholas Broughton
Nicky Broughton, guest on Cooper Friday series
Independent researcher/Collaboration with host
Episode: D.B. Cooper's Master Plan w/ Nicky B

Host

Ned DeHaan
Host of Black Box Online Radio; guides discussion, introduces topics, and shapes episode direction.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • So interesting

    I hope the Cooper mystery can be solved, the Zodiac maybe, Jack the Ripper unlikely after all of this time...a great discovery this pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrowneDog66
    Australia3 months ago
  • Best of both worlds

    Love the format of Jon Benet Tuesdays and DB Cooper Friday. These are 2 of my favorites mysteries. Narrator is well informed on the cases. Wish I had discovered this podcast sooner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Page bend
    United States5 months ago
  • Fascinating

    This is my favorite True Crime podcast! No other can compare!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mysteriousconcerns
    United States8 months ago
  • Now that's incredible!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    lwood2425
    10 months ago
  • Back dahlia

    Excellent episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheribee šŸ
    United Statesa year ago

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Insightful breakdowns of cases and theories, with sharp skepticism.
Listeners appreciate thorough research and credible discourse.

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Jack the Ripper: Suspect Edward Buckley w/ Jonathan Tye
Q: Edward Buckley who was he, and why is he considered in relation to Jack the Ripper?
Buckley is described as an Irish-Cockney figure from the East End, with a background in street crime and gang activity; researchers see his community and methods as matching the profile of the killer, though certainty about his being Jack the Ripper is not established.
Zodiac Killer News Report w/ Kelley Bull 07/13/2026
Q: What is the biggest piece of evidence indicating D'Angelo was the Zodiac Killer?
Bull states that the handwriting is a major piece of evidence and, if police reports and Zodiac letters could be compared, might show a match; other key points include matching police sketches and postmark dating patterns.
Zodiac Killer News Report w/ Kelley Bull 07/13/2026
Q: Do you think Bonnie Colwell's relationship and subsequent breakup affected D'Angelo's trajectory toward becoming the Golden State Killer?
Bull suggests the breakup and humiliation likely opened space for more extreme actions, including rapes and burglaries, and that the marriage to Sharon later allowed opportunities for further activities.
Zodiac Killer News Report w/ Kelley Bull 07/13/2026
Q: When do you think the first crime attributed to D'Angelo occurred in your interpretation of the evidence?
Bull indicates she would say December 20th, 1968 (Lake Herman Road murders) as the probable earliest crime, while noting only D'Angelo could definitively answer, or the Zodiac if he could speak.
Deconstructing Jack the Ripper w/ Tom Wescott
Q: What do you think about the murder of Mary Kelly?
The differences between Mary Kelly and earlier victims are significant—indoors, more intense mutilations, and a burned room—yet some similarities point to escalating behavior, suggesting a complicated evolution rather than a simple repeat pattern.

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This show centers on infamous crimes and enduring mysteries, often exploring whether cases involve lone killers, conspiracies, or complex psychological motives. Episodes frequently dissect evidence, critique popular theories, and highlight how researchers, journalists, and researchers' communities shape public understanding of cases like the Zodiac, DB Cooper, and Jack the Ripper. A distinctive aspect is the host's willingness to challenge sensational connections, present counterpoints, and invite listener input, creating a dynamic environment for fans of deep-dive crime analysis and cryptography-related puzzles. The mix of archival discussion, case histories, and audience interaction provides a unique angle for listeners who want rigorous ... more

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